Question

'Volenti Non-Fit Injuria' (Latin) means ______.

• A. Consenting person can claim relief for the injury
• B. Consenting person cannot claim relief for the injury
• C. Third person claims damages
• D. To a fit person, injury is inflicted

Hint:

This maxim defends against liability when consent is freely given to a known risk.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To determine the meaning of 'Volenti Non-Fit Injuria':
1. The Latin maxim 'Volenti Non-Fit Injuria' translates to "to a willing person, no injury is done."
2. This principle, recognized under tort law in India, states that a person who voluntarily consents to a risk cannot claim damages for any resulting injury.
3. It does not apply to third parties or imply injury to a fit person.
Therefore, the correct answer is (2) Consenting person cannot claim relief for the injury.